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The Edge of the Win

6/5/2013

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The Edge of the Win

In a world of push and trickery,
Of all the cunning and sly
That we may apply to our effort,
Of all the smart and clever
With which we many cloak our purpose,
It is simple grace that will give us
The winning edge. 

Susan Patterson



Discussion:

This poem, from the book, Heart to Heart-Considered Sentiments for Teatime, www.EarleneGrey.com  is a commentary on the use of underhanded means to accomplish a purpose.  Well, maybe it is not a commentary so much as an opinion.  But, I do think that on occasion our world leans more to trickery in one way or another, than to honesty.  The other point is that it is grace and all that grace entails that gives us an edge in matters of the heart and yes, of the purse.  What we don't often see is that grace, and the value thereof, may take longer to realize than trickery.  Sometimes generations.  But, oh my, isn't it worth it?  skp

Comments and Points of View

Several of my readers have kindly commented about certain postings.  I have replied.  You will note, however, that at times my replies are addressed to the wrong person.  Ah, well.  Not everything is crystal clear to me.  Such was, and may still be, the process of blogging.  I think that have I figured it out-- replies to comments that is.  So, if you are inclined to share your opinion, tell me I'm full of beans, or talk about your own life, you are more than welcome to do so.  I will reply and now, I think that I will do it correctly.  skp

Radio Kinver

PictureEdmund Marshall Preston, producer and presenter of Radio Kinver
Radio Kinver is a podcast produced in Kinver, England by Edmund Marshall Preston.  This is a weekly variety-request show where Edmund plays all sorts of music from classics of the 30s and 40s, to sharp contemporary pieces, to country and classical.  Also included is opera, poetry and an occasional essay.   Most of the pieces that he plays are requests which come from every continent in the world.  Edmund has thousands of listeners.   And why not, he has been presenting this weekly show since February 28, 2006.  My goodness!  What an impressive achievement! 

It has been my privilege for the past four years to read my poetry on this beloved podcast.  It is mind boggling to me that the words that "come in the night" as I say, reaches so many people.  This year, Edmund and some of his advisers put together a little birthday salute for me, which aired May 31st.  I tell you this, not to drag out my birthday, but to give you a sense of the quality of the show.  Following is a song that they recorded for my birthday. 

Happy Birthday Susan, was sung by Rheinhardt, Lotte and Klara from Germany.   Also performing were  Mike and  Natasha and their six year old daughter, Mira, from Colorado.  Harald and Signe from Oslo, and numerous other listener friends of Rheinhardt in Stuttgart participated as well.  It was written based on the Palestrina chant 'Sicut Cervus' and performed as a round.  How cool is that?  What an extraordinary and generous gift! 

I want to take this opportunity to say a huge and heartfelt thank you to Rheinhardt for producing the song.  I was stunned at the effort and the outcome.  The singing is more than beautiful, it is sublime.  

I invite you to give Radio Kinver a try,  www.RadioKinver.co.uk    I think that you would find it unique and refreshing.  There is something for everyone on Edmund's show and it is certainly a diversion from the average entertainment available today.  But wait, there's more, the good thing about a podcast is that you can download it on to your computer and listen at your convenience.   Happy listening!  skp

➤ Give someone grace.  It will be returned to you when you need it.  Earlene Grey


Whew, this has been a long Causerie!  Next Saturday's will be shorter.  😉    Once again, thank you for reading Causerie.   I appreciate your loyalty and for spreading the word.  skp

À bientôt!
2 Comments
Janet Voss
6/5/2013 04:03:07 am

Yes, grace does take a little longer but it is always very worth it!

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Susan Patterson
6/5/2013 05:59:15 am

And for a variety of reasons, it is often even difficult to enjoy the grace when it is right in front of us. We humans can be slow to catch on. skp

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